Forthcoming country reports to chart GCC's diversification efforts

UAE, 25th March 2013: Oxford Business Group (OBG), the global publishing, research and consultancy firm, has appointed Jana Treeck as its Regional Director for the Gulf. 

In a move which marks a promotion, Treeck takes up her new post from Malaysia where she worked as OBG's Country Director. Since joining the Group, she has been instrumental in helping OBG expand its operations across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Asia.  

During her time in the Gulf, Treeck secured contributions from some of the region's most prominent figures, including the Deputy Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Sultan of Oman Qaboos bin Said Al Said and the Ruler of Ras al-Khaimah Sheikh Saud bin Saqr al Qasimi. She also played a pivotal role in facilitating interviews with international representatives, such as the Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah, the Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-Moon and the Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union Jean Ping. 

Treeck, who has a Masters Degree in English Literature and Information Science from Dusseldorf University, said she was thrilled to take on a new challenge with OBG at a regional level. "Our publications have earned a reputation among investors as a valuable source of business intelligence on the developments taking place across the sectors of the Gulf economies," she said. "I am delighted to be playing a part in steering the Group's coverage of the GCC at a time when up to date and accurate information has become more important than ever for investors."  

OBG's CEO Elizabeth Boissevain said the experience Treeck had gained during her six years leading OBG's projects across the continents would prove valuable in her new role. "Jana brings with her a wealth of knowledge about how business is done across a broad range of countries, including Oman, Dubai, Libya, Malaysia and Brunei," she said. "I am confident that her expertise and enthusiasm will give our coverage of the Gulf states a major boost as we shine the spotlight on their diversification efforts." 

OBG's reports are produced following more than six months of on-the-ground research by a team of the Group's analysts. The publications, which Treeck and the OBG teams will be preparing over the coming months, will include interviews with leading economic and business figures from both the local scene and international community. The reports will act as guides to the many facets of the countries, including their macroeconomics, infrastructure, banking and sectoral developments. They will be available in print form and online.  

About Oxford Business Group
Oxford Business Group (OBG) is a global publishing, research and consultancy firm, which publishes economic intelligence on the markets of the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America. Through its range of print and online products, OBG offers comprehensive and accurate analysis of macroeconomic and sectoral developments, including banking, capital markets, insurance, energy, transport, industry and telecoms.  

The critically acclaimed economic and business reports have become the leading source of business intelligence on developing countries in the regions they cover. OBG's online economic briefings provide up-to-date in-depth analysis on the issues that matter for tens of thousands of subscribers worldwide. OBG's consultancy arm offers tailor-made market intelligence and advice to firms currently operating in these markets and those looking to enter them.

For more information please contact:
Oxford Business Group, Dubai,
PO Box 502 659, Dubai, UAE
Kate Taylor, PR Manager
Phone: +971 44 264 642
E-mail: ktaylor@oxfordbusinessgroup.com

© Press Release 2013